{"title":"The Artisanal CheeseClock® - Mild","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/files\/CheeseClock_Chart.jpg?v=1727145077\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Artisanal CheeseClock® is the perfect starting point to explore the world of cheese and wine pairings.  It is divided into four flavor quadrants: Mild, Medium, Bold and Strong. To create a perfect plate, simply choose a cheese from each of the four quadrants and compose the plate according to the chart. The CheeseClock® is also perfect for beverage pairings, with each quadrant lending itself to certain wines, beers, and spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" alt=\"Artisanal CheeseClock Quadrant Mild\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/files\/CheeseClock_Quadrants_Beverages_Mild_01_240x240.png?v=1727116575\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eStart your cheese plate at the 6-9 o'clock Mild quadrant with young goat cheeses, double or triple cremes, or bloomy rind cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheeses listed in this Mild quadrant pair well with light white wines and champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you've finished selecting from this Mild quadrant move on to the \u003ca href=\"cheeseclock-Medium\" title=\"CheeseClock Medium Quadrant\"\u003eMedium quadrant\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"geit-in-stad","title":"Geit in Stad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eGeit-in-Stad\u003c\/strong\u003e\" (goat-in-the-city) is a delicious Dutch goat cheese.  Four hundred years after the early Dutch settlers made their home in New York, Artisanal brought this wonderful cheese to its original caves in New York City (hence its name). This cheese has a smooth firm texture that practically melts in your mouth leaving a sweet mild aftertaste, compared to the far more familiar and stronger flavored cow versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertainly, an excellent candidate for an introduction to the goat cheese family that can be enjoyed on its own and is perfect for those who are lactose intolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisanal Premium Cheese","offers":[{"title":"½ lb. Wedge","offer_id":916645543,"sku":"10921-1\/2","price":14.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb. Wedge","offer_id":914136991,"sku":"10921-lb","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Geit_in_Stad_02.jpg?v=1774629637"},{"product_id":"brillat-savarin-petite-natural-rind","title":"Brillat-Savarin, Natural Rind","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrillat Savarin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cow's milk, triple-crème brie-style cheese from France. This lovely cheese is buttery, rich, creamy and decadent with a rare \"natural rind\" which is essentially a thin skin. Brillat Savarin, Petite is essentially the cheese equivalent of ice cream! Incredible on its own or served with a fruit jam on hearty bread. Pair Brillat Savarin \"natural rind\" with Domaine Chandon Rosé or a Viognier.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foodworks","offers":[{"title":"Approx. ½ lb. 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Delicious and firm, with a lingering, tangy finish, Chabichou pairs beautifully with Sauvignon Blancs, Pouilly-Fumé, Sancerres and Muscadets from the region, as well as most white wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foodworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":914179471,"sku":"PC-10140","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Chabichou_du_Poitou_01.jpg?v=1726495459"},{"product_id":"valencay-artisanal","title":"Valençay, Artisanal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValençay\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the classic raw milk mold-ripened chèvres from the Loire Valley in the central western region of France. This pasteurized version of young goat milk cheese is distinctly identified by its pyramid form which is blanketed by an ash mold. After ripening in the caves at Artisanal, the texture is smooth and dense with a mild, lemony, and altogether clean flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foodworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":914229987,"sku":"PC-10686","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Valencay_01.jpg?v=1726617213"},{"product_id":"robiola-due-latti","title":"Robiola due Latti","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mixed milk cheese (cow and sheep milk) made in the Piedmont region of Italy, \u003cstrong\u003eRobiola due Latti\u003c\/strong\u003e is a delectable treat. The paper-thin rind covers an unctuous buttery paste that coats the palate. Mild and savory, creamy with a light lingering sweetness, this delicate pillow of soft-ripened cheese is irresistible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"World's Best Cheese","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":914316671,"sku":"PC-10441","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Robiola_due_Latti_01.jpg?v=1726577219"},{"product_id":"garrotxa","title":"Garrotxa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarrotxa\u003c\/strong\u003e is a goat's milk cheese produced in the Catalonia region in northern Spain. Our Garrotxa is made in a traditional manner by a small artisanal creamery known for its consistent high quality, and it shows! These beautiful wheels have a semi-soft and compact texture and a light but noticeable coating of velvety, blue-grey mold. The flavor is milky and delicate with a hint of nuttiness and a clean, smooth finish. Garrotxa pairs well with most sparkling wines and Champagne, many whites, as well as many Iberian varietals including: Albariño, Tempranillo, Periquita, Garnacha, Sherries and Portos. Pairs well with cider.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Forever","offers":[{"title":"½ lb. Wedge","offer_id":916769787,"sku":"10239-1\/2","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb. Wedge","offer_id":914328887,"sku":"10239-lb","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Garrotxa_01.jpg?v=1726515816"},{"product_id":"grassias","title":"Grassias","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrassias\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lovely cheese crafted from a blend of fresh cow and goat milk. A perfect example of the ancient craft of leaf-wrapping young cheeses, Grassias has a refreshing, herbal aroma and flavor. The goat milk provides its signature refreshing tartness and soft clay texture, while the cow milk adds a sweet wholesome milk taste and buttery mouthfeel. The combination of these two milks and the lemon grass wrapping gives Grassias layers of flavors. It is a versatile cheese partner for many wines, particularly the lighter to medium varieties. Grassias also pairs well with Pilsners, Lagers, and Wheat Beers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mozzarella Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":914422731,"sku":"PC-10926","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Grassias_01.JPG?v=1747420570"},{"product_id":"hoja-santa","title":"Hoja Santa","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduced in Dallas, Texas, \u003cstrong\u003eHoja Santa\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects its origins. Each young goat's milk round is wrapped in a velvety, heart-shaped leaf from the local (and eponymous) Hoja Santa plant (piper auritum). The Hoja Santa leaf imparts subtle tones of sassafras, anise, mint, and black pepper to this soft, fresh chèvre. Here in the Artisanal Cheese Caves, we age the cheese for much longer than most fresh goat cheeses. Then we dry the wet Hoja Santas, turn them over and wait for a few spots of perfectly edible mold to grow on the rind. This guarantees that the leaf has lost its chewiness and has infused the white paste with a light grassy note. Pair Hoja Santa with Sauvignon Blanc or any light red with anise and peppery notes. Try it with Pernod, an apéritif, a must!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mozzarella Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":914426107,"sku":"PC-10622","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Hoja_Santa_01.jpg?v=1726518203"},{"product_id":"la-tur","title":"Robiola La Tur","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobiola La Tur\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small, mild, round robiola from the Langhe region in Northern Italy made of cow, sheep, and goat milk. It has a fresh, milky, slightly sour taste.  The firm but fluffy center gives way to a soft and creamy texture just below the thin rind.  A beautiful delicate little cheese that goes well with an almond and wildflower scented Arneis from the Piedmont, Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisanal Premium Cheese","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1190737175,"sku":"PC-10652","price":16.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Robiola_La_Tur_01.jpg?v=1726577373"},{"product_id":"st-stephen","title":"St. Stephen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSt. Stephen\u003c\/strong\u003e is a triple-cream delight, luxuriously smooth with a fragrant hint of mushroom. This wonderfully creamy cow's milk cheese is crafted in Stephentown, New York, named for Stephen van Rensselaer III, the last patroon (feudal landowner) of what is now Rensselaer County. A benevolent yet accomplished man (elected to several New York State and federal government positions and founder of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute), his landholdings at the time of his death in 1839 have made him the tenth-richest American in history to date. A rich cheese named for a rich man! Pour a sparkling white (Prosecco) with this beauty and toast to the riches in your life!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Four Fat Fowl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1242013807,"sku":"ST-STEPHEN","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_St_Stephen_01.jpg?v=1726584074"},{"product_id":"goat-camembert","title":"Goat Camembert","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoat Camembert\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lovely cheese crafted in the Capital District of Upstate New York. Within these bloomy-rind rounds is a luscious tangy paste with a buttery finish. It is a versatile cheese partner for many wines, particularly the lighter varieties. Try one of these lovelies with a Sancerre or Pouilly-Fumé. If beer is your preference, a Berliner Weisse or other wheat beer will do nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R\u0026G Cheese Makers (InterSource)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1247345487,"sku":"GOAT-CAMEMBERT","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Goat_Camembert_01.jpg?v=1726516706"},{"product_id":"eclipse","title":"Eclipse","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEclipse,\u003c\/strong\u003e carefully crafted in small batches in Upstate New York, is a soft ash-ripened goat's milk button. This delicate but flavorful camembert-like cheese has a bloomy white rind that has been coated with a layer of vegetable ash. 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As it ages, a sweet white like sauternes or moscatos works well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capriole Goat Cheese","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4886267395,"sku":"PIPERS","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Pipers_Pyramide_01.jpg?v=1726574687"},{"product_id":"trufflebert","title":"Trufflebert","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrufflebert,\u003c\/strong\u003e a creamy goat's milk delight, boasts a bloomy rind and a luscious layer of Italian black summer truffles through its velvety paste. Hailing from upstate New York, this goat's milk camembert offers a unique taste and texture that will be the centerpiece of your cheeseboard. A sparkling white is the ideal complement to Trufflebert's remarkable flavor and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R\u0026G Cheese Makers (InterSource)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33409343372,"sku":"TRUFFLEBERT","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7551\/products\/Single_Cheese_Trufflebert_01.jpg?v=1743870252"},{"product_id":"lamb-chopper","title":"Lamb Chopper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLamb Chopper\u003c\/strong\u003e is a very young sheep’s milk gouda, buttery and creamy in texture and packed with an intense aroma of fresh sheep's milk. Suitable for vegetarians looking for a cheese made with a non-animal rennet. Melts beautifully as a cooking cheese but is equally deliciously shaved over melon, mint, and prosciutto or toasted bread. Well-matched with fresh pears, grapes, and dried fruits. 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